Welcome to Denton

Denton is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Tameside, Greater Manchester, England. It is situated on the north bank of the River Tame, and it is bordered by the towns of Hyde, Audenshaw, and Denton West. The town has a rich history, dating back to the Roman times when it was a small settlement known as Othona. Today, Denton is a bustling town with a population of over 36,000 people.

One of the most notable landmarks in Denton is the Crown Point North Shopping Park, which is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The shopping park is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, and it is easily accessible by car or public transport. Another popular attraction in Denton is the Haughton Dale Nature Reserve, which is a beautiful green space that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the town. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and small mammals.

Denton is also known for its strong sense of community, with a range of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The town has a number of community groups and organizations, including sports clubs, youth groups, and charities, which help to bring people together and promote a sense of belonging. Overall, Denton is a vibrant and welcoming town that offers something for everyone, whether you are looking for shopping, nature, or community spirit.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 5.3°C

Feels Like: 3.2°C

Wind: 5.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Denton Community College Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Greg Rule	Taylor Lane Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 3NG 01613362219 School Website
Russell Scott Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr S J Marsland	Clare Street Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 3LQ 01613205186 School Website
St Marys Rc Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms D Reeves	Kynder Street Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 2AR 01613363322 School Website
St Thomas More Rc College Specialising In Mathematics And Computing Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Huw Brophy	Town Lane Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 6AF 01613362743 School Website
Greswell Primary School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher John Cooper	Percy Road Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 2DH 01613366854 School Website
Hawthorns School Academy Special Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pierre Coiffait	Sunnyside Moss Campus Lumb Lane Audenshaw Manchester Greater Manchester M34 5SF 01613701312 School Website
Aldwyn Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Craig Beaty	Lumb Lane Audenshaw Manchester Greater Manchester M34 5SF 01613703626 School Website
Linden Road Academy And Hearing Impaired Base Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Peter Greaves	Linden Road Denton Tameside M34 6EF 01613200002 School Website
Audenshaw School Academy Trust Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Peter Taylor	Hazel Street Audenshaw Manchester Greater Manchester M34 5NB 01613362133 School Website
St Annes Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Kirsty Rimmer	St Anne's Road Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 3DY 01613362956 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Denton Manchester Road North, Denton, Greater Manchester, M34 3NS 0.46 Miles

Guide Bridge Guide Lane, Guide Bridge, Greater Manchester, M34 5HF 1.30 Miles

Reddish North Gorton Road, Reddish, Greater Manchester, SK5 6RS 1.61 Miles

Hyde North Junction Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester, SK16 5RH 1.61 Miles

Fairfield Booth Road, Fairfield, Greater Manchester, M43 6TT 1.69 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Call A Cab 0161 320 7117 21 Hyde Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 3AF 0.30 Miles
Moore Sales Group Leasing Ltd T/A Msg Cars 0844 414 2211 Suite 22 The Forum - Tameside Business Park, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 3QS 0.36 Miles
Chauffeur 2000 07976 325538 9 Corporation Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 5LY 0.77 Miles
Elegant Cars 0161 370 1064 3 Ryecroft View, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M34 5GE 1.56 Miles
Beardsleys Cars 0161 368 6519 14A Market Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester, SK14 1AY 1.57 Miles
Taxi Team 0161 456 1212 461 Gorton Road, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK5 6LR 1.65 Miles
Wilmslow Plant Hire 0161 406 0666 Omega Works/Stuart Rd/Bredbury Park Ind Est, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6 2SR 1.72 Miles
Taxibus 07896 950061 12 Altcar Gr, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK5 6NL 1.72 Miles
Palm Chauffeurs 0161 494 5566 33 Lowick Green, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6 1RY 1.97 Miles
Airport Link 0161 368 4444 50 Harbour Farm Road, Hyde, Greater Manchester, SK14 4LS 2.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Victoria Street D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Beech Avenue D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morrison Supermarket Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Denton Road D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ross Lowe Lane D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corporation Road D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Churchgate Surgery	119 Manchester Road Denton Manchester Greater Manchester M34 3RA
Millgate Healthcare Partnership 0161 3203131	Ann Street Denton Manchester M34 2AJ
Denton Festival Hall - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	13 Peel Street Denton Manchester M34 3JY
Denton Festival Hall - Covid Local Vaccination Service	13 Peel Street Denton Manchester M34 3JY
Denton Medical Practice 0161 3208788	Denton Medical Practice 100 Ashton Rd, Denton Manchester Lancashire M34 3JE

Local Stores

Audenshaw - Stamford Road
Stamford Road/Denton Road
Audenshaw
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M34 5DY
01613 359563
shop.5511@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.82 miles

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SPAR Droylsden Road
17 Droylsden Rd
Audenshaw
Manchester
M34 5SP
01613715301
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Denton Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 3 31 Stockport Road Denton Manchester Lancashire M34 6DB 0161 320 7727 denton@vets4pets.com Website 0.28 miles
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Abbeywood Veterinary Clinic Ltd
104 Ashton Road Denton Manchester Lancashire M34 3JE 0161 336 5062 abbeywoodvets@btconnect.com Website 0.34 miles

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Manchester Veterinary Centre
6-8 Tatton Road Denton Manchester Lancashire M34 7PL 0161 320 4438 manchestervets@btconnect.com Website 1.19 miles

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M Gourley Veterinary Surgeons - Hyde
3 Catherine Street Hyde Cheshire SK14 2BE 0161 368 2559 enquiries@mgourleyvets.co.uk Website 1.50 miles
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Companion Care (Ashton) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Snipe Retail Park Manchester Road Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL7 0DN 0161 371 2954 ashton@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.51 miles

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Tameside Veterinary Clinic
4 Reynard Street Hyde Cheshire SK14 2HJ 0161 366 9236 enquiries@tamesideveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 1.81 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Haughton Dale
Woodend Ln Hyde SK14 1DU 1.56 miles Park At Woodend Lane Sk14 1Dt

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Debdale Park
2 Wall Way Manchester Lancashire M18 7WY 1.71 miles Marker Is The Car Park For Debdale

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Werneth Low Country Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Werneth Low Country Park. The Country Park Extends For 80 Hectares (200 Acres) Across The Northern And Western Slopes Of Werneth Low. Only 9.5 Miles From The City Centre Of Manchester, The Area Is Both A Haven For Wildlife And An Area Where Visitors Can Find Peace And Relaxation. The Park's Location Provides Panoramic Views Across Manchester And Beyond To Liverpool. The Dark Blue Silhouette Of The Welsh Mountains Can Often Be Seen On Clear Days, As Can The Pennine Hills Close By. SK14 5LR 2.69 miles Nearest Major Road Is M67. From M67, Junction 3, Turn Left Onto Clarke Way. Follow Signs For Stockport Through Hyde Town Centre. At Market Street Junction With Dawson Road Follow Brown And White Signs To The Lower Higham Visitor Centre.

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Chadwick Dam
55 Mellor Rd Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL6 6RT 2.95 miles Near Stamford Park Boating Lake

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Daisy Nook Country Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Daisy Nook Country Park. Daisy Nook Country Park Is Located In Failsworth, Greater Manchester. The Park Runs Through The Medlock Valley In An Area Once Called Waterhouses. M35 9WJ 3.15 miles From Ashton-Under-Lyne Bypass (A635) Take A627 North Towards Oldham For Approx 1 Mile To Newmarket Road (Traffic Lights). Turn Left And Follow Newmarket Road For 3/4 Mile To Junction At Sharp Left Bend. Turn Right At Bend. Entrance To Car Park And Visitor Centre Is On The Right After 50 Metres.

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Clayton Vale And River Medlock
Pathed Walk Along The River Medlock. There Is A Refreshment Cabin At The Start Of The Walk. There Is Also A Purpose Mountain Bike In The Woods. 5 Keeley Cl Lancashire 3.33 miles

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Weather Forecast

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